Kyuchaya Tei — Restaurant in Hakodate

Great teahouse in the marina neighbourhood of Hakodate. Been here twice, each visit being a few months apart, and each time was just as good. Not too busy on the late weekday afternoon I visited last. Beautiful, rustic interior. The tables for two are best for solo visitors, if available. Service is warm and cordial, and English communication will be attempted if necessary, which is appreciated. I had the cold matcha set with a nerikiri and lemon sherbet, all of which were cleanly-presented and tasted great. You'll be asked to choose from a cabinet shelf of bowls which one you'd like your matcha served in. The menu has various other interesting...

Amazing Oshiruko (red azuki bean with mochi) and fruit anmitsu sets, with pleasant matcha and sorbet. The shop is very thoughtful in every aspect of food presentation and service to the customer. Love the little details and relaxing atmosphere.

Even the sorbet was served in a tiny glass bowl that was chilled before serving so that your sorbet doesn't melt too quickly.

The place is extremely quiet and relaxing, so it's best to talk softly, avoid bringing young children and avoid bringing luggages to this place.

Please be patient when you're here and cater sufficient time, as it takes awhile to...

Had a really uncomfortable experience. Entire cafe was empty, my mother and I decided to order a amitsu set to share (1260 yen) because we were quite full from breakfast. When I was going to the bathroom, we could hear the lady gossiping about us, making fun of us not speaking english (we are fluent) and complaining about how we did not order one set per person. This made us feel really awful and uncomfortable, especially as their special "rule" was not stated on the menu...